Bend-La Pine Schools to honor 67 staff members

With Excellence in Education awards

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KTVZ.COM news sources

Posted: Apr 25, 2017 04:44 PM PDT

Updated: Apr 25, 2017 05:07 PM PDT

BEND, Ore. - On Wednesday, Bend-La Pine Schools will honor 67 staff members as Excellence in Education award winners for making a difference in the lives of students. The event takes place at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend at 4 p.m.

“Every year, I am humbled as I listen to stories of how our teachers and support staff go the extra mile to help our students and schools,” said Superintendent Shay Mikalson. “This is one of my favorite events of the year, because it recognizes the excellence, dedication and inspiring work of our staff.”

The winning staff members will be considered for Bend-La Pine Schools’ teacher and support staff person of the year awards, announced in August.